Mental Health Therapist - Grant Funded - Health and Human Services / Community Health and Wellness Division

Fort Bend County is one of the nation’s fastest‑growing counties, offering a high quality of life for families and a diverse, inclusive workplace that welcomes all employees.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family counseling using evidence‑based practices in office, virtual, and field settings.
• Conducts biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic screenings, and risk evaluations to guide treatment planning.
• Develops, implements, and monitors individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
• Maintains timely, accurate, and confidential documentation of services in accordance with HIPAA and professional standards.
• Develops and facilitates community‑based mental health education sessions focused on prevention, early intervention, and stigma reduction.
• Represents the Mental Health Program at community events, including town halls, health fairs, and schools.
• Engages with community partners, faith‑based organizations, and civic groups to promote awareness of mental health resources and services.
• Distributes educational materials and facilitates workshops on stress management, suicide prevention, youth behavioral health, and trauma‑informed care.
• Provides immediate support and intervention for individuals experiencing emotional or behavioral crises.
• Conducts risk assessments and safety planning for individuals presenting with suicidal ideation, acute distress, or other mental health emergencies.
• Coordinates with law enforcement, CIT, EMS, and community partners for appropriate crisis response and follow‑up care.
• Serves as a liaison between the Mental Health Program and community stakeholders to enhance referral pathways and service utilization.
• Assists in the development and implementation of culturally competent strategies to reach underserved and high‑risk populations.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across Fort Bend County HHS, including clinical/community health, social services, and emergency response units.
• Collects and reports service data to support quality improvement, grant compliance, and strategic planning efforts.
• Participates in program evaluation, needs assessments, and other initiatives to inform mental health policies and interventions.
• Participates in emergency response activities during local states of disaster, supporting psychological first aid and crisis response needs.
• This is a 100 % grant‑funded position; employment cannot be guaranteed beyond the funding cycle.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field; licensure in Texas as an LPC, LPC‑A, LMFT, LCSW, or LPA.
• Two (2) years of experience providing mental health services in community, public health, or clinical settings.
• Experience in both clinical treatment and public health/community engagement (highly preferred).
• Proficiency in crisis intervention, trauma‑informed care, and culturally responsive service delivery.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to perform mental health assessments and interventions.
• Knowledge of public health principles, social determinants of health, and mental health promotion strategies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences, including clients, community members, professional partners, and elected officials.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in field‑based, office, and virtual settings.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, or another language prevalent in Fort Bend County (preferred).

Pay

Starting salary range: $36.13 – $45.16 hourly, based on qualifications.

Benefits

• All full‑time and part‑time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• Full‑time employees receive a wide range of additional benefits.